1235 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 24-unit apartment building at 1235 Bush Street, built in 1926 and currently owned by 1235 Bush Street LP, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most pressing are ongoing fire safety concerns, including an active violation from December 2023 related to sleeping area requirements, and historical violations for extinguishers, sprinkler systems, and alarm systems. Residents have reported significant safety concerns about a locked rear fire exit, with a recent complaint in August 2024 noting the door was locked from the inside and marked "not an exit," despite previous enforcement actions.

The building has a documented history of elevator problems, with complaints about an non-functioning elevator dating back to 2017. Multiple violation notices have been issued regarding security systems, including persistent callbox malfunction from 2015 onwards, security door issues, and problems with the garage security. The property has undergone several maintenance and compliance projects over the past decade, including multiple window replacements in 2014-2016 to address violations, and the legalization of previously illegal units and bathroom facilities in 2014.

There have been recurring issues with plumbing, including a concerning incident in August 2021 involving sewage overflow, though more recent plumbing-related violations have not been documented. Recent complaints have also highlighted general maintenance issues, including water intrusion and mold concerns in 2024, and problems with building access and security systems. The building's record shows consistent enforcement actions and violation notices, suggesting ongoing challenges with property maintenance and resident safety compliance, though many historical violations have been marked as abated.